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Laparoscopic Trocar

Bharat Surgical manufactures and supplies reusable and selected disposable laparoscopic trocar systems for hospitals, surgical centres, medical colleges, dealers and international distributors. The published range includes stainless-steel, Storz-type, magnetic spiral, metallic and plastic cannula configurations in multiple instrument-access sizes from 3.5 mm to 10.5 mm.

A trocar should be purchased as a complete compatible assembly. The trocar pin, cannula, valve, seal, reducer, stopcock and intended instrument diameter must be verified together before ordering to ensure seamless compatibility and seal integrity.

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Surgical Access Instrument

What Is a Laparoscopic Trocar?

A laparoscopic trocar is a critical access instrument used by trained surgeons during minimally invasive procedures. A typical trocar assembly includes a trocar pin or obturator and a hollow cannula that provides a port for compatible laparoscopic instruments.

Depending on the specific trocar model, the cannula assembly may also incorporate several integrated components to manage pneumoperitoneum and facilitate access, such as:

  • Valve or sealing mechanism to prevent gas leaks
  • Insufflation stopcock for introducing carbon dioxide gas
  • Threaded or smooth external cannula profile
  • Detachable valve housing for easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Reducer to accommodate smaller-diameter instruments
  • Fixation features to secure the port location
  • Reusable or single-use components

The trocar system should be selected by qualified healthcare professionals according to the intended procedure and product-specific instructions for use.

Clinical Notice

Laparoscopic trocar insertion is a critical step in minimally invasive surgery. Reusable systems require meticulous inspection of sharp obturator tips, valve seals, and cannula straightness prior to each procedure. Always refer to the institutional protocols and validated reprocessing guidelines for your facility.

Product Range

Bharat Surgical Laparoscopic Trocar Range

Bharat Surgical manufactures a comprehensive range of laparoscopic trocars. Specific model features, checklists, and warnings are detailed below. All dimensions and configurations must be confirmed in the final quotation.

SS Trocar Special

Conventional reusable stainless-steel access trocar, published in 5.5 mm, 8 mm and 10.5 mm sizes.

Sizes: 5.5 mm • 8 mm • 10.5 mm

Storz-Type Trocar Satin

Stainless-steel satin-finish trocar, compatible with standard Storz-style cannula locking systems.

Sizes: 5.5 mm • 8 mm • 10.5 mm

Magnetic Trocar Spiral

Reusable stainless-steel trocar featuring a spiral-threaded external cannula and a magnetic valve assembly.

Sizes: 3.5 mm • 5.5 mm • 8 mm • 10.5 mm

Magnetic Trocar Metallic

Magnetic-valve trocar with smooth metallic cannula. Material specifications must be confirmed prior to tender.

Sizes: 3.5 mm • 5.5 mm • 8 mm • 10.5 mm

Disposable Apple Trocar

Single-use access system featuring a lightweight plastic cannula, available in 5 mm and 10 mm sizes.

Sizes: 5 mm • 10 mm • Single-Use

Trocar Reducers

Silicone, metal, and plastic flip-top reducer (10/5 mm) to facilitate smaller instrument entry.

SS & Storz-Type Trocars Details

SS Trocar Special Checkpoints

Before ordering the SS Trocar Special, please verify:

  • Required cannula size (5.5, 8, or 10.5 mm)
  • Trocar-pin tip type (Pyramid, Conical, or specific geometry)
  • Working length and cannula profile (Smooth or Threaded)
  • Valve and seal arrangement, stopcock specs, and reducer requirements
  • Supplied components and facility reprocessing instructions

Storz-Type Satin Trocar Warnings

Important: "Storz type" is a compatibility reference. It does NOT imply:

  • The trocar is manufactured or endorsed by KARL STORZ
  • The trademark owner has approved the product
  • It fits every individual Storz trocar component or instrument without compatibility checks
  • KARL STORZ is a registered trademark of its respective owner.

Magnetic & Disposable Trocars Details

Magnetic Trocars (Spiral & Metallic) Clarification

The term "magnetic" describes the product name or valve connection design. Buyers should request a detailed drawing or sample if the exact attraction mechanism or compatibility is critical.

For the Magnetic Trocar Metallic, the exact metal or stainless-steel grade is not pre-published. Prior to tender, please confirm:

  • Pin and cannula material grade, surface finish, and cannula profile
  • Valve housing, silicone seals, stopcock and reducer compatibility

Disposable Apple Trocar (Plastic Cannula) Checkpoints

Before purchasing single-use trocars, confirm:

  • Sterility status, method, packaging integrity, and shelf life
  • Cannula size, working length, tip configuration, and valve/seal design
  • Box quantities, regulatory certificates, and labelling documentation
  • Warning: A single-use trocar must not be reprocessed or reused.

Published Trocar Sizes by Model

Bharat Surgical Product Published Sizes Material / Finish Usage Type
SS Trocar Special 5.5 mm, 8 mm, 10.5 mm Stainless-steel finish Reusable
Storz-Type Trocar Satin 5.5 mm, 8 mm, 10.5 mm Stainless steel with satin finish Reusable
Magnetic Trocar Spiral 3.5 mm, 5.5 mm, 8 mm, 10.5 mm Stainless steel Reusable
Magnetic Trocar Metallic 3.5 mm, 5.5 mm, 8 mm, 10.5 mm Confirm before ordering Reusable
Disposable Apple Trocar with Plastic Cannula 5 mm, 10 mm Plastic cannula Disposable
Safety Trocar — Pyramid Type 5 mm, 7 mm, 10 mm Stainless steel / plastic Reusable
Side-Cut Safety Trocar 5 mm, 10 mm Stainless steel Reusable
Ball-Point Safety Trocar 10 mm Stainless steel Reusable
Flip-Top Trocar Reducer (10/5 mm) 10 mm to 5 mm Silicone, metal and plastic Reusable

* Availability, exact outside diameter, usable internal diameter, working length and supplied components must be confirmed in the final quotation. Safety trocar models have their own separate Level 3 page.

Anatomy & Features

Technical Specifications & Trocar Anatomy

A detailed breakdown of trocar tip configurations, seal valves, stopcocks, and materials specified in the source document.

Trocar Tip Configurations

Obturator tips are selected according to access methodology. Available configurations include:

  • Pyramid: Traditional sharp tip
  • Conical: Smooth tissue-dilating profile
  • Side-Cut: Flat blade type
  • Ball-Point / Blunt: Non-cutting tip design
  • Protected/Shielded: Spring-loaded mechanical safety guard
  • Model-Specific sharp: Standard access tip geometries

* Tip selection must be made by qualified healthcare professionals.

Valve and Seal Configurations

Trocar cannulas incorporate valve mechanisms to maintain pneumoperitoneum during instrument changes:

  • Flap Valve: Hinged mechanical gate
  • Trumpet-Style Valve: Spring-loaded sliding piston
  • Silicone Seal: Pliable membrane conforming to shaft
  • Cross-Slit Seal: Star-profile self-sealing structure
  • Reducer-Integrated Seal: Combines size reduction with sealing

* Confirm exact valve types in quotation. Leak-proof claims are system-specific.

Insufflation Stopcocks & Reducers

Gas flow control and size adjustments are critical for maintaining intra-abdominal pressure:

  • Insufflation Stopcock: Standard connection for gas tubing. Verify thread type, connector profile, and open/close alignment.
  • Trocar Reducer: Flip-top 10/5 mm accessory allowing 5 mm instruments through a 10 mm port. Reducers are not universally compatible with all trocar makes.

* Pressure settings must follow specific clinical and equipment limits.

Material and Surface Finish Specification

Published products include stainless-steel construction (with satin or special finish), plastic cannulas, and silicone/metal/plastic compound reducer components. Because exact stainless-steel grades are not pre-published on reusable standard trocars, buyers must request material certificates where needed.

Institutional Evaluation Points: Shaft straightness, cannula bore smoothness, distal and proximal edge finish, tip sharpness/integrity, valve housing seal, stopcock thread, corrosion resistance, and traceability markings.

Components of a Laparoscopic Trocar System

Component Function within the system Procurement check
Trocar Pin or Obturator Fits through the cannula as part of the access assembly Tip, size, length and cannula compatibility
Cannula Provides the instrument-access channel Internal diameter, working length and profile
Valve Forms part of the model-specific sealing arrangement Type, integrity and instrument compatibility
Silicone Seal Accommodates a defined instrument diameter Size, condition and replacement availability
Stopcock Connects the approved insufflation tubing Thread, position and compatibility
Reducer Allows specified smaller instruments through a larger cannula Cannula size, instrument size and valve fit
Fixation Feature Provides model-specific external engagement Spiral, threaded, smooth or other design
Valve Housing Holds model-specific seals and valves Detachable or fixed construction

Procurement Note: The exact package contents must be stated in the quotation. "Trocar" should not be assumed to include every listed accessory. The trocar pin, cannula, valve, seal, reducer, stopcock and intended instrument diameter must be verified together before ordering.

Comparative Analysis

Trocar Feature Comparisons

Critical selection points for clinical procurement, derived from the source documentation.

Reusable vs Disposable Laparoscopic Trocars

Selection Point Reusable Trocar Disposable Trocar
Intended use cycle Multiple uses when properly reprocessed Single-use as labelled
Construction Often stainless steel with replaceable seals Commonly plastic or mixed-material assembly
Reprocessing Must follow validated IFU Do not reprocess unless specifically permitted under applicable regulations
Inspection Required before every use Packaging and product condition checked before use
Procurement focus Service life, seals, spares and CSSD compatibility Sterility, shelf life, box quantity and disposal
Cost evaluation Initial cost plus reprocessing and maintenance Per-procedure acquisition and disposal cost

* The final selection should consider clinical requirements, hospital policy, sterile-services capacity, local regulations and lifecycle cost.

Standard Trocar vs Safety Trocar

Feature Standard Laparoscopic Trocar Safety Trocar
Tip mechanism Model-specific conventional obturator or pin Model-specific guard, blunt tip or safety feature
Product category General trocar access system Separate safety trocar category
Available examples SS, Storz-type and magnetic configurations Pyramid, side-cut and ball-point configurations
Compatibility checks Pin, cannula, valve and size Safety mechanism, cannula, valve and size
Risk status Requires trained use and system checks Safety feature does not eliminate procedural risk

* A “safety” designation does not make entry risk-free and does not replace training, visualisation requirements or clinical judgement. Explore Safety Trocars →

Smooth vs Spiral or Threaded Cannula

Feature Smooth Cannula Spiral or Threaded Cannula
External profile Smooth outer surface Includes a spiral or threaded external feature
Fixation concept Model-specific Model-specific engagement feature
Procurement check Diameter, length and valve Thread profile, diameter, length and valve
Interchangeability Not assumed Not assumed

* The selection is clinical and system-specific. This page does not recommend one cannula profile over another.

System Compatibility

Trocar Size & Instrument Compatibility

The trocar cannula must accommodate the intended laparoscopic instrument while maintaining the system's specified valve and seal function. Nominal instrument and port sizes may differ slightly — a 5 mm instrument does not automatically fit every trocar marketed in the 5 mm category.

Warning: Confirm the maximum instrument diameter, cannula bore and seal range from the product documentation before ordering. A reducer may be required when a smaller instrument is to be used through a larger trocar.

Trocar Category Common Procurement Check
3.5 mm Instrument outside diameter and special small-port compatibility
5 or 5.5 mm Compatibility with nominal 5 mm instruments
7 or 8 mm Exact instrument and cannula interface
10 or 10.5 mm Compatibility with nominal 10 mm instruments and reducers

Trocar Compatibility Checklist

Compatibility Point Required Information
Intended Instrument Outside diameter and working length
Cannula Nominal size, internal bore and usable length
Trocar Pin Tip, diameter, length and lock
Valve Type and approved instrument-size range
Reducer Cannula size and reduced instrument size
Stopcock Thread and tubing connection
Fixation Profile Smooth, spiral or threaded
Reprocessing Validated IFU for reusable components
Replacement Component Model, catalogue number and photographs
Documentation Tender and destination-country requirements
Quality Control & Care

Reprocessing, Sterilisation & Pre-Use Inspection

Reusable trocar systems contain narrow channels, valves, seals, stopcocks and detachable components that require validated cleaning and sterilisation workflows.

Reprocessing & Cleaning Guidelines

Reprocessing is a multi-step clinical workflow. Thorough cleaning must precede sterilisation because any retained biological contamination can interfere with the sterilisation process. The US FDA describes reusable-device reprocessing as a detailed process involving cleaning followed by appropriate disinfection or sterilisation.

  • Begin point-of-use pre-treatment immediately after the procedure
  • Disassemble the pin, cannula, valve housing, seals and stopcock where directed by the IFU
  • Open valves and stopcocks during cleaning as specified
  • Brush and flush accessible cannula channels with approved agents
  • Clean around valve seats, threads and fixation profiles thoroughly
  • Use only compatible cleaning agents
  • Rinse thoroughly with demineralised water and dry completely
  • Inspect valves, seals, tips and channels before sterilisation
  • Replace worn seals only with approved replacement components
Autoclavable: Subject to IFU

Sterilisation Considerations

Steam sterilisation should be used only when the product-specific IFU validates it for the complete trocar and all its components. A stainless-steel cannula, plastic valve housing and silicone seal may each have different processing limitations.

Before autoclaving, always verify:

  • Permitted sterilisation method and required disassembly
  • Validated cycle parameters (time, temperature, pressure)
  • Plastic and silicone component compatibility with autoclave temperature
  • Seal and valve position (valves should remain open as specified)
  • Drying requirements, packaging, and tray requirements
  • Facility reprocessing status is recorded

Pre-Use Inspection Checklist

Before release for clinical use, authorised sterile processing personnel should verify:

  • Trocar pin and cannula are correctly matched
  • Tip retains its specified geometry — no damage, wear or deformation
  • Pin and cannula shafts are perfectly straight with unobstructed bores
  • Valve moves according to specifications
  • Silicone seal is present, properly seated, and undamaged
  • Stopcock opens and closes correctly
  • Reducer attaches securely where applicable
  • Fixation profile is undamaged — no burrs or sharp irregularities
  • No corrosion, staining or retained biological soil is present
  • Reprocessing status is complete and documented

* A damaged, incomplete or mismatched trocar must be removed from service immediately.

Example Reusable Trocar Set BOQ

Component Suggested Qty
Trocar pin or obturator 1
Matching cannula 1
Valve housing 1
Compatible seal set 1 set
Insufflation stopcock 1
Compatible reducer As required
Spare seals and washers As required
Cleaning brushes (IFU specified) 1 set
Flushing adaptor (if applicable) 1
Sterilisation tray or rack 1

* This is a procurement template, not a clinical setup guide. The final configuration must be approved by qualified clinical, biomedical and sterile-services personnel.

B2B Buying Environments

Laparoscopic Trocars for Hospitals

Hospitals may request reusable stainless-steel trocar sets, disposable configurations, multiple access sizes, replacement trocar pins or cannulas, spare seals/valves, trocar reducers, sterilisation trays, biomedical compatibility reviews, and tender BOQ support.

Laparoscopic Trocars for Medical Colleges

Medical colleges and teaching hospitals require trocar systems for authorised clinical use, simulation, demonstration, or skills training. State the environment in your inquiry so we can recommend the appropriate configurations.

Laparoscopic Trocars for Dealers & Importers

We accept inquiries from laparoscopic instrument dealers, surgical distributors, hospital suppliers, importers, tender suppliers, and export companies. Dealers may request mixed-size orders, bulk quantities, export packaging, and technical documents. Registration/labelling must be verified.

Procurement Details

Information Required for a Quotation

Laparoscopic trocar prices depend on whether they are reusable or disposable, diameter, working length, tip design, cannula profile, valve and seal mechanism, reducer/stopcock, finish, quantity, packaging, and destination. Confirm your sizes for an accurate quotation.

Choosing the Correct Laparoscopic Trocar Checklist:

Before requesting a quotation, please determine:

  • Reusable or disposable requirement
  • Required cannula size and working length
  • Trocar-tip configuration (Pyramid, Conical, Blunt, etc.)
  • Smooth, threaded or spiral cannula profile
  • Valve and seal design, stopcock requirement, and instrument diameters
  • Reducer requirement, metal/plastic construction type
  • Replacement components (obturator or cannula only) vs complete sets
  • Reprocessing capabilities, quantities/spares, sterile packaging, and tender documentation

Supporting Information to Include in RFQ:

  • Buyer / organisation name and delivery city/country
  • Specific model references, existing catalogue numbers, or photos
  • Required certificates (ISO, CE) and tender compliance sheets
Why Choose Us

Why Source Laparoscopic Trocars from Bharat Surgical?

Bharat Surgical is a preferred supplier for healthcare facilities and distributors worldwide. Here is why buyers source from us:

01

Multiple Configurations

Comprehensive reusable standard trocar configurations tailored to clinical needs.

02

Disposable Option

Selected disposable Apple trocar models with lightweight plastic cannulas.

03

Published Size Range

Available sizes from 3.5 mm to 10.5 mm to match standard laparoscopes.

04

Material Selections

Stainless-steel, satin finish, and plastic cannula options to suit CSSD workflows.

05

Model Compatibility

Storz-type compatibility references, SS, and magnetic configurations.

06

Safety Trocar Options

Separate Level 3 safety trocar range (pyramid, side-cut, ball-point) available.

07

System Accessories

Compatible flip-top reducers (10/5 mm) and spare seals/washers.

08

Procurement Support

Dedicated support for hospitals, local dealer networks, and export compliance.

* Note: Exact dimensions, material grade, valve design, supplied components, reusable status and sterile supply condition must be verified in the final quotation.

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Immediate answers to all 38 technical and procurement queries regarding laparoscopic trocars.

A laparoscopic trocar is an access instrument consisting of a trocar pin or obturator and a compatible cannula for introducing specified laparoscopic instruments.

Bharat Surgical publishes reusable stainless-steel, Storz-type, magnetic, safety and selected disposable trocar configurations.

Published sizes include 3.5 mm, 5 mm, 5.5 mm, 7 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm and 10.5 mm across different models.

No. Each model has its own published size range.

They are different nominal size categories. Confirm the instrument diameter, cannula bore and valve range before selection.

It is Bharat Surgical’s published stainless-steel-finish trocar available in 5.5 mm, 8 mm and 10.5 mm sizes.

It is a trocar manufactured with an intended Storz-type compatibility reference.

No. The description does not imply manufacture or endorsement by KARL STORZ.

It is a published stainless-steel trocar configuration with a spiral profile and magnetic product designation.

Bharat Surgical publishes 3.5 mm, 5.5 mm, 8 mm and 10.5 mm sizes.

It is a published single-use trocar configuration with a plastic cannula in 5 mm and 10 mm sizes.

Sterile supply, method, packaging and shelf life must be confirmed in the final quotation.

Reusable trocars require validated reprocessing, inspection and maintenance. Disposable trocars are used according to their single-use labelling.

It is the hollow access component through which a compatible instrument is introduced.

It may be supplied as a set, but the exact quotation contents must be checked.

Only when exact size, length, tip and locking compatibility have been established.

It is a cannula without a spiral or threaded external fixation profile.

It is a cannula with a spiral or threaded external feature specific to the product design.

It is part of the model-specific sealing mechanism inside or attached to the cannula.

No. Valve housing, seal size and attachment differ between systems.

It is an accessory that accommodates a specified smaller instrument through a larger compatible cannula.

Yes. Bharat Surgical publishes a 10/5 mm flip-top metal, plastic and silicone reducer.

No. The valve housing and attachment mechanism must also match.

It is the port component that connects the approved insufflation tubing to a compatible cannula.

It is a separate trocar category with a model-specific guard, blunt tip or safety feature.

No. Safety features do not eliminate risk or replace training, clinical judgement and the applicable IFU.

Published models include pyramid, side-cut and ball-point safety configurations, along with model-specific standard trocar tips.

Only when the product-specific IFU validates steam sterilisation for the complete assembly and its components.

Follow the IFU for disassembly, brushing, flushing, rinsing, drying and inspection.

Remove them only as directed by the product-specific IFU.

Check the pin, tip, cannula, channel, valve, seal, stopcock, reducer and external profile.

Compatible replacement seals may be available. Confirm the exact trocar model and seal size.

Yes, subject to compatibility with the existing pin, valve, reducer and instruments.

A replacement pin may be quoted when its matching cannula and exact specifications are known.

Mixed-size institutional, dealer or export orders may be requested.

Price depends on size, construction, tip, valve, reducer, reusable or disposable status, quantity and documentation.

Provide the size, length, tip, cannula profile, valve, reducer, quantity and required supply condition.

Export enquiries can be reviewed subject to destination-country regulatory, labelling and documentation requirements.

Medical and Procurement Disclaimer

This page provides general product and procurement information for qualified healthcare organisations and medical-device buyers. It is not a clinical or trocar-entry instruction and does not replace professional training, clinical judgement, institutional protocols or product-specific instructions for use. Intended use, size, compatibility, reprocessing, sterile supply and regulatory status must be verified before purchase and use.

Request a Quote for Laparoscopic Trocars

Send Bharat Surgical your required trocar type, diameter, length, quantity and delivery destination. For replacement components, attach clear photographs and mention the instrument or cannula diameter. We supply hospitals, dealers, distributors and exporters across India and globally.